Trupik Connect launches a 3D trial room on app

Windows Phone OS is not a resource hog and WP 8.1 optimizes it to suit low-end devices. We did not observe lag or stutter while launching and switching between apps, though the apps still take time to resume from their suspended state when running in background. We also did not encounter any issues while browsing the web, clicking pictures and playing videos and music.The phone has a 1905mAh battery. It will last you more than a full work day (15-16 hours) even if you put the screen brightness at the highest level and use 3G data all the time. You'll be able to make about 2-3 hours of phone calls, play some casual games and browse the web in this time period. You'll be able to get about one and a half day backup with moderate use.In terms of connectivity, the dual-sim handset offers 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and A-GPS.HYDERABAD: Taking hyperlocal commerce a step ahead, Hyderabad based Trupik Connect is looking to change the way people shop at their favourite retail outlets without having to step out. The two-year old start-up uses 3D Body mapping to help you try on multiple garments virtually.

Having partnered with the company, four men’s wear brands including Indian Terrain, Raymonds, Wills and Allen Solly will launch the Trupik kiosks at their Brand Stores in Hyderabad, taking the pilot live.

“We are using Microsoft Kinect, a depth sensing camera which takes multiple reference points of your body, creating your virtual avatar. Through the app, consumers can see how multiple sizes and fabrics drape on them,” said Sridhar Tirumala, CEO of Trupik. Users can pick the selected merchandise from store or ask for home-delivery.

The venture has raised a seed round of $1 million (around Rs 6 crores) from expatriate HNIs including Kommareddy Group of Investors based in the Silicon Valley and will initiate conversations for a Series A round by next month. “We will initially tie-up with brand stores and take our products to other multi-brand outlets, adding new categories,” added Tirumala.